SWEET POTATO PINEAPPLE CAKE

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Crushed pineapple adds moistness and subtle fruity flavor to this tasty layered cake. The cream cheese frosting is mouthwatering.-Joyce Walter, Nicholasville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 can (15 ounces) sweet potatoes, drained and mashed
1 cup water
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, well drained
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
FROSTING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
7-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. , Divide the batter among three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 124g carbohydrate (96g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.